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Free : my search for meaning / by Knox, Amanda,author.;
"Amanda Knox spent nearly four years in prison and eight years on trial for a murder she didn't commit -- and became a notorious tabloid story in the process. Though she was exonerated, it's taken more than a decade for her to reclaim her identity and truly feel free. Free recounts how Knox survived prison, the mistakes she made and misadventures she had reintegrating into society, and culminates in the untold story of her return to Italy and the extraordinary relationship she's built with the man who sent her to prison. It is the gripping saga of what happens when you become the definition of notorious but have quietly returned to the matters of a normal life -- seeking a life partner, finding a job, or even just going out in public. In harrowing (and sometimes hilarious) detail, Amanda tells the story of her personal growth and hard-fought wisdom, recasting her public reckoning as a private reflection on the search for meaning and purpose that will speak to everyone persevering through hardship"--
Subjects: Autobiographies.; Personal narratives.; Knox, Amanda.; Judicial error; Murder; Prisoners;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Love people, use things : because the opposite never works / by Millburn, Joshua Fields,author.; Nicodemus, Ryan,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."As seen on the Netflix documentaries Minimalism & Less is now. How might your life be better with less? Imagine a life with less: less stuff, less clutter, less stress and debt and discontent-a life with fewer distractions. Now, imagine a life with more: more time, more meaningful relationships, more growth and contribution and contentment-a life of passion, unencumbered by the trappings of the chaotic world around you. What you're imagining is an intentional life. And to get there, you'll have to let go of some clutter that's in the way. In Love People, Use Things, Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus move past simple decluttering to show how minimalism makes room to reevaluate and heal the seven essential relationships in our lives: stuff, truth, self, money, values, creativity, and people. They use their own experiences-and those of the people they have met along the minimalist journey-to provide a template for how to live a fuller, more meaningful life. Because once you have less, you can make room for the right kind of more"--
Subjects: Simplicity.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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In the time of five pumpkins / by McCall Smith, Alexander,1948-author.;
"The rains are coming, but not just yet. When they do, there will be green shoots of growth throughout Botswana. Pumpkins will flourish - particularly those of Mma Potokwani, matron of a children's home and old friend of Precious Ramotswe. Mma Potokwani and Mma Ramotswe have many other things to talk about, including a new friendship that Mr J.L.B. Matekoni has struck up with Mr Freddie Mohlala, a prominent figure in the motor trade. Freddie Mohlala has invited Mr J.L.B. Matekoni to go fishing with him on the local dam - which is home to some fairly nasty crocodiles. They do not catch anything, but something nearly catches them. In the meantime, Mma Ramotswe looks into what seems to be a straightforward matter involving a husband who thinks his wife may be having affair. But there is a surprise in store: she, it transpires, suspects that he himself has a lover. This is obviously a case that will require tact - which of course is a quality Mma Ramotswe has in abundance."--
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Novels.; Ramotswe, Precious (Fictitious character); Man-woman relationships; No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency (Imaginary organization); Secrecy; Women private investigators;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 3
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Change your diet, change your mind : a powerful plan to improve mood, overcome anxiety, and protect memory for a lifetime of optimal mental health / by Ede, Georgia,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."We are in the midst of a global mental health crisis: -More than one in six American adults now take psychiatric medication. -The prevalence of Alzheimer's disease is expected to triple by 2050. -Depression is now the number one cause of disability in the world. -The COVID-19 pandemic has quadrupled reports of anxiety and depression. Although medications may ease suffering for some, in Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind, Dr. Georgia Ede argues that the most powerful way to change brain chemistry is with food, because what we eat is where our brain's chemicals come from. For years, we've been told the way to protect our brains is through superfoods and supplements-we top our oatmeal with blueberries, choose plant-based patties over hamburgers, and wash down handfuls of supplements with green smoothies. But the science says: not only do these strategies fail people, but they can also work against them. The truth about brain food is that meat is not dangerous, vegan diets are not healthier, and antioxidants will not help you. In this provocative, illuminating book, Dr. Ede explains why everything we think we know about eating for neurological psychological well-being is wrong. Most of what we accept as true is based on studies that take an "outside-in" approach, making associations between healthy people and what they eat. In her book, Dr. Ede takes an inside-out stance, drawing on a range of disciplines like biochemistry, neuroscience, and botany to explain why a ketogenic diet combined with "kinder, gentler plant foods" is the best way to nourish, protect, and energize the brain"--
Subjects: Recipes.; Mental health; Mood (Psychology); Nutrition;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The power of scars : my journey from refugee to CEO / by Ladak, Nizar,author.;
"A deeply moving and impactful narrative that bridges the gap between Nizar Ladak's harrowing experiences as a refugee fleeing Uganda and his remarkable rise to success as a corporate leader. Through this journey, Ladak explores how hardship has shaped his resilience, providing invaluable lessons for both personal and professional growth. This book offers a unique perspective by intertwining Ladak's personal narrative with leadership insights and academic research, demonstrating how resilience developed in the face of racial and social challenges can be a powerful tool for success. From the trauma of displacement to the challenges of building a new life in Toronto, and the eventual loss of his job at Health Quality Ontario, Ladak shares his story with vulnerability and wisdom, offering readers practical guidance on overcoming adversity. In an era where equity, diversity, and inclusion are more crucial than ever, The Power of Scars provides a roadmap for cultivating resilience. While scars may be lasting, they do not have to define one's future."-- Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Personal narratives.; Ladak, Nizar.; Executives; Refugees; Refugees; Ugandan Canadians;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Tied up in Knotts : my dad and me / by Knotts, Karen,author.;
Much has been written about Don Knotts's career, especially about his iconic role as Barney Fife on The Andy Griffith Show, but personal views into the man himself are few and far between. In Tied Up in Knotts, a loving daughter provides a full-life narrative of her father: Don's difficult childhood in an abusive home, his escape into comedic performance, becoming a household name, his growth as a feature film actor, his failing health, and his family life throughout, leading to touching and hilarious moments that will make the reader laugh and cry. Those looking for a behind-the-scenes peek at the show, from the nuts and bolts of production to the hilarious pranks and heartfelt moments between the cast and crew, will see it all through the eyes of the little girl who grew up on the set. Knotts will delight readers with the memories of celebrities touched by Don's life, including Ron Howard, Tim Conway, Andy Griffith, Maggie Peterson, John Waters, Barbara Eden, and Jim Carrey.
Subjects: Biographies.; Knotts, Don, 1924-2006.; Knotts, Karen.; Actors; Television actors and actresses;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Exhausted : how to revitalize, restore, and renew your energy / by Polizzi, Nick,author.; Shojai, Pedram,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Bucking the common adage that time is outside our hands, New York Times best-selling author Pedram Shojai has developed a clear plan for maximizing the hours in your day in accordance with what's important to your health, family, career, passions, and desires. Shojai has refined his framework through over 15 years of coaching experience and identifying the key elements of scientifically proven practices. You will learn how to tend your "Life Garden" in a 100-day plan to: Take control of how you trade your energy and money for time Manage your expectations for the time now versus the time to come. Allocate the time you have in order to get more. Increase your body's "energy budget" to live your fullest life, and Find the balance between doing versus being. With detailed guidance and helpful exercises, you will be able to develop a personalized plan for time management, understand its mechanisms so that you can stick to it, and allow your life's profound meaning and growth to come to the forefront and thrive with abundance"--
Subjects: Self-actualization (Psychology); Time management.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The ice chips and the magical rink / by MacGregor, Roy,1948-; MacGregor, Kerry.; Smith, Kim,1986-;
If you could travel through time, who would you want to meet? Lucas Finnigan eats, sleeps and breathes hockey. With his friends Edge, Swift and Crunch, Lucas plays on his hometown<U+2019>s rink, dreaming of the day when he knows he<U+2019>ll make the NHL. But lately money has been tight at home, and, after a major growth spurt, Lucas is forced to wear hand-me-down gear that doesn<U+2019>t quite fit right. Now he<U+2019>s not sure he<U+2019>ll ever make it to the Hall of Fame like his hockey heroes. And that<U+2019>s not the only problem. With the community arena<U+2019>s chiller on the fritz, and replacement parts too tough to come by, it looks like Lucas and his friends may be doomed to a season on a plastic rink<U+2014>or worse, no hockey at all! But with a magical discovery, and some help from one of hockey's greatest players (who was a kid once, too!), their final skate might turn into their first great adventure.LSC
Subjects: Hockey stories.; Hockey teams; Time travel; Magic;
© 2018., HarperCollins,
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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The new plant collector : the next adventure in your house plant journey / by Cheng, Darryl,author.;
"The world of indoor gardening is exploding with desirable new and unusual plants. Thanks to the resources of the Internet and social media, finding amazing varieties has never been easier-but knowing how to get maximum enjoyment from this enticing world is not so easy. Darryl Cheng brings his knowledge-based approach to the quest, offering collecting suggestions to suit every level of experience, and describing the riches of more than fifteen different plant groups, from anthuriums to tillandsias. As always, he focuses on meeting each plant's requirements for light and moisture, and he provides practical ways to create optimal growing conditions at home. To inspire readers, there are photographs showing the dazzling variety of colors, forms, and patterns that each group offers. For Cheng, the happy indoor gardener learns to appreciate plants as living things that undergo stages of growth, decline, and rebirth. He teaches the joys of propagation, so that anyone can produce new life from old, increasing and sharing the world's wealth of beautiful plants"--
Subjects: House plants.; Indoor gardening.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Billion dollar start-up : the true story of how a couple of 29-year-olds turned $35,000 into a $1,000,000,000 cannabis company / by Miron, Adam,author.; Beun, Julie,author.; St-Louis, Sébastien,author.;
"It only took five years for two brothers-in-law to create a billion-dollar, award-winning, take-no-prisoners cannabis company called HEXO. How did they do it? That's the story. From early roadblocks and devastating personal and financial setbacks to explosive growth and some of the biggest cannabis deals in global history, Billion Dollar Start-Up not only recounts the HEXO story but the history of Canada's momentous road to legalization. In this part fast-paced memoir, part high-octane business book, writer and journalist Julie Beun gives us an intimate look at the life of a start-up and the ferocious entrepreneurial drive it takes to succeed--written in real-time, as the story unfolded. Throughout history, there have been fewer than 100 Canadians who have started a company and lived to see it become worth one billion dollars. Adam Miron and Sébastien St-Louis are two of them. This is their story."-- Provided by publisher.
Subjects: HEXO; Entrepreneurship; Marijuana industry; Marijuana; New business enterprises; Success in business; Success in business.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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